Matthew 17:24-27
Inspired thots
Peter... Jesus' disciple; in fact, one of Jesus' outstanding disciple. Quick to speak, quick to react. And it usually landed him into difficulties. Here, Peter was quick to answer, perhaps in defense; perhaps in auto response based on what he is and knows~"Everyone pays tax". So Peter's response commit Jesus to the way of the world.
Jesus knew ~ as soon as Peter came back, Jesus spoke first (on the matter) but ever so gently, not accusing, not angry. He asked Peter for his opinion, his thoughts, "What do you think, Peter?". Perhaps Peter has been rash with his earlier answer but he still got it right the next time. Yes, sons are exempt from tax; yet, so as to not offend others, Jesus provides for the worldly requirements.
If I have to speak for Jesus, let it be HIM giving ME the words, just as He has said, to His glory.
(10:20)
A daily time out with the Lord Jesus, to hear Him speak to ME. I am asking the Lord to share HIS thoughts with ME, to teach me more about Himself, and how I can be drawn closer to Him... for 'His thoughts are not my thoughts and neither are His ways my ways' Isaiah 55:8,9. This blog is not a theological exegesis. This blog is to record down the INSIGHTS & INSPIRATIONS of God's Word to me; speaking LIFE into my life for Abundant life! :)
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